News Flash! How to land the internship you want

Start by making a list of companies that are interesting to you and find a contact at each. Survey your friends, professors, and neighbors for a contact and an introduction.

Ask an in-house employee to recommend you for the internship.

Send your resume to a department manager as well as the human resources department. Make sure to customize your resume and cover letter for each internship.

Research the company and the relevant department before the interview, which could be by phone. Learn everything you can about the company and internship. Participate in a mock phone interview in preparation.

Sound enthusiastic during the actual phone interview. Ask questions about the internship and inquire about the next step in the process to show your interest.

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